Note: The common American rabbit ({Lepus sylvatica}) is
similar but smaller. See {Cottontail}, and {Jack
rabbit}, under 2d {Jack}. The larger species of Lepus
are commonly called hares. See {Hare}.
[1913 Webster]

{Angora rabbit} (Zo["o]l.), a variety of the domestic rabbit
having long, soft fur.

Welsh rarebit — Welsh rarebit, Welsh rabbit, or more infrequently, rarebit is traditionally a savory sauce made from a mixture of cheese and various other ingredients and served hot over toasted bread. The term Welsh rarebit refers to a dish most commonly served … Wikipedia